Washington, District of Columbia vs. Portland, Oregon

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Portland, Oregon is 12.1% cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia.

You would need a salary of $68,574 in Portland, Oregon to maintain the standard of living you have in Washington, District of Columbia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Portland, Oregon is cheaper than Washington, District of Columbia
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
16% cheaper in Portland
than in Washington, District of Columbia
Washington, DC vs. Portland, OR
Compared to Washington, Portland is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  12.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
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  Renter
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  Food
  9.1% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  24.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
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  Utilities
  24.6% lower
  Commute
  4.0% lower
  Health
  5.1% lower
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  Personal
  7.1% higher
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